Special 143 Ancient Chinese Carved Lacquer Ware Postage Stamps (Issue of 1978) (D143)

Stamp SN : D143
Stamp Name : Special 143 Ancient Chinese Carved Lacquer Ware Postage Stamps (Issue of 1978)
Stamp Cat Standard : Special Stamps
Stamp Cat : Antiques
Issue date : 1978-07-12
Dimension of stamps(mm.) : 37x29或29x37
Printer : China Engraving & Printing Works, R.O.C.
Sheet composition : 10×10
Process : Deep etch offset
Paper : Locally-made mat finished,
Perforation : 13 1/2
Photographer : Wu Cheng-fang

The carved lacquer ware shown on this set of stamps was recommended by the National Palace Museum are described as follows： 2.00 Carved lacquer box with dragon and cloud decor, Ching Dynasty 5.00 Carved lacquer box in the shape of overlapping rhomboids with 〝Eight Emblems〞 decor, Ching Dynasty 8.00 Round carved lacquer box with peony decor, Ming Dynasty 10.00 Carved lacquer vase with floral decoration, Yung-lo ware (1403-1424 A.D.),Ming Dynasty